Zulu Dawn (1979) 4K Restoration reissue

Burt Lancaster, Peter O’Toole, Simon Ward, Bob Hoskins and Sir John Mills lead an all-star cast in the shocking true story of The Battle of Isandlwana: In January 1879, arrogant officials of the British colony of Natal, Africa, issued a list of unauthorized ultimatums to the Zulu Nation. When the Zulu King refused their demands, the Empire declared war. And in a series of grave tactical blunders, a garrison of 1,500 British soldiers faced an army of 25,000 enraged Zulu warriors in what would become the most horrifying disaster in British military history.

Narrative: Depicts the 24th Regiment of Foot (The South Wales Borderers).

Running Time: 118 minutes
Language: English
Certificate: TBC

Date: 13 March 2026